Windwater Hotel And Marina South Padre Island, South Padre Island - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

5701 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, Texas, United States of America, 78597

Windwater Hotel And Marina is a family-friendly, 2-star hotel situated in the heart of picturesque South Padre Island. This hotel features free Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, and pet-friendly accommodations, making it suitable for various types of travelers.

Rooms & Amenities

Guests at Windwater Hotel And Marina can enjoy spacious rooms that include cable television, free high-speed wireless internet, microwaves, and refrigerators. The hotel provides accessible rooms with attached accessible bathrooms to accommodate physically challenged travelers.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options near Windwater include a selection of restaurants just a short walk away, such as Parrot Eyes Restaurant-Bar and Kelly's Irish Pub. Guests can also explore local eateries offering family-friendly and upscale dining experiences.

Leisure Activities

For leisure, guests can enjoy swimming in the hotel's pool or engage in various water sports and bird watching in the surrounding area. Windwater offers convenient access to Bayside Marina and is only two blocks from the beach.

Services & Hospitality

Windwater Hotel And Marina provides a business center with copy and fax services, catering to both leisure and business travelers. The hotel's staff ensures that guests feel at home with personalized hospitality services.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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Getting around

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City Center

South Padre Island 1.2 mi

Airports

Brownsville (BRO) 26.8 mi

Valley International (HRL) 44.0 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Fishing Fun!

“We had an amazing time fishing right from the hotel hotel, enjoying the beautiful water views and relaxation.” view full review

Comfy Beds!

“The beds in our room were incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep after our adventures.” view full review

Mini Fridge Perk

“Having a spacious unit with a mini fridge was a great feature; it allowed us to keep drinks and snacks handy.” view full review

Café Delight

“Café Karma, just a block away, was a good culinary experience with amazing food and a cozy atmosphere.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Elevator
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fishing

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
BBQ facilities
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Location

5701 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, Texas, United States of America, 78597

Map view

5701 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, Texas, United States of America, 78597

City landmarks

Zoo

Sea Turtle Inc

1.0 mi

Nature reserve

South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center

1.0 mi

Island

Whaling Wall

1.0 mi

Nature reserve

Laguna Madre Nature Trail

1.0 mi

Events

South Padre Island Convention Centre

4800 ft

Amusement Park

Gravity Park

3000 ft

Store

Ship Shape

3000 ft

7300 State Park Rd 100

Andy Bowie County Park

1.0 mi

6700 Padre Blvd

Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island

3300 ft

4400-4498 State Park Rd 100

Dollar General

3900 ft

Island

South Padre Island

1.1 mi

211 W Swordfish St

Fisherman's Wharf

1.7 mi

Store

Blue Marlin Supermarket South Padre Island

1.6 mi

Market

South Padre Island Farmer's Market

1.7 mi

Store

On The Beach

2.0 mi

Store

Beach Wave

2.1 mi

610 Padre Blvd South Padre Island Visitors Center

Largest Outdoor Sandcastle in the USA

2.7 mi

Beach

Edwin King Atwood Park

2.5 mi

904 Padre Blvd

Paradise Fun Rental

2.6 mi

Amusement Park

Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Beach Resort

3.3 mi

South Padre Island

South Padre Island Welcome Sign

3.0 mi

San Benito

Queen Isabella Memorial Park

3.0 mi

Art object

Statue of Padre Jose Nicolas Balli

3.0 mi

100 Marine Lab Dr

University of Texas

3.8 mi

Lighthouse

Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historical Park

4.2 mi

Museums

Port Isabel Historical Museum

4.2 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Hunter Gallery

1000 ft

Restaurants

Ted's Restaurant

500 ft

5717 Padre Blvd

Parrot Eyes Restaurant Bar & Water Sports

600 ft

5801 Padre Blvd

Ted's

1000 ft

5717 Padre Boulevard

Kelly's Irish Pub

600 ft

101 East Morningside Drive

Parrot Eyes Restaurant-Bar

600 ft

5801 Padre Blvd

Groovi Smoothi

500 ft

5800 Padre Blvd

BurgerFi

2200 ft

5001 Padre Blvd

Wanna-Wanna Beach Bar & Grill

3100 ft

5100 Gulf Blvd

Poolside Bar & Grill

3100 ft

122 E Atol St

Wanna Wanna Inn Beach Bar & Grill

3100 ft

5100 Gulf Boulevard

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

52%

liked the resort and would come back again

5.2/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.0

Location

7.8

Service

5.0

Dining

6.3

3/5 based on 284 reviews

#19 of 35 hotels in South Padre Island based on Tripadvisor

Rebecca

United States of America, January 2025

6.6/10

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

Facilities

Augustus

United States of America, January 2025

6.0/10

We decided to visit South Padre Island on a whim, but our stay didn't quite live up to the expectations set by the photos. While the location was nice and we enjoyed having a little patio facing the bay, the room itself was quite outdated and smelled musty. We ended up feeling that the price we paid was not worth the quality of our accommodations.

Rooms

5.0

The room was clean but outdated with a musty odor and some old furniture. The refrigerator was rusty, and there was a cigarette burn on the bedspread.

Service

7.0

Service from the staff was good, and they were helpful during our stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located on the bay side, making it easy to take our dog out, and it's near all the attractions.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

The pool looked nice, but the hot tub was uncomfortably hot. Also, the towels and linens had stains.

Riley

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.4/10

My experience at the hotel was quite a rollercoaster. While I appreciated the great deal for my stay and found the location charming, there were significant issues with communication and cleanliness that left me frustrated. The noise from adjacent rooms was bothersome, and the Wi-Fi was disappointingly unreliable. Overall, I couldn't fully enjoy my stay due to these drawbacks.

Rooms

6.0

The room itself was decent, but it could definitely use more attention to cleanliness. I had expected more for what I paid.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking, particularly in terms of communication about my reservation. This made the check-in process very frustrating.

Location

8.0

The hotel was located in a nice area, allowing easy access to nearby shops and restaurants, which I appreciated.

Dining

7.0

I found the breakfast options acceptable, but nothing to rave about. It could definitely offer more variety.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were okay, but they need improvement. The noise from other guests and poor Wi-Fi really detracted from the overall experience.

Jackson

United Kingdom, October 2024

5.8/10

We snagged a good deal for a two-night stay, enjoying a decent breakfast and a comfortable bed. However, the thin walls made it hard to relax, as we could hear everything from the next room, and the cleanliness left much to be desired. The poor Wi-Fi connection also impacted our experience significantly, making it unlikely that I would choose to stay here again.

Rooms

5.0

The room was decent but had issues with cleanliness, and there weren't enough plug-ins available.

Service

5.0

Service was average, but the housekeeping could have been better.

Location

8.0

The location was good, allowing for easy access to local attractions.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was decent, with enough options to start the day.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities could use some updating, especially the Wi-Fi, which was quite poor.

Richard

United States of America, October 2024

5.0/10

My stay was quite frustrating with the cleanliness of the room being a major issue. Despite the good price and decent air conditioning, the overall condition left much to be desired. I found the location to be favorable, but it’s overshadowed by the maintenance problems. I wouldn’t recommend this place unless you’re okay with subpar accommodations.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was filthy with dirty floors and hair in the shower. The towels were cheap and stained, and one of the beds had a blood-stained sheet.

Service

5.0

I had a poor experience with the service. The front office was often unattended, and when I did find someone, they seemed bothered by my inquiries.

Location

8.0

The location was actually quite nice, being close to the beach and other attractions. It felt convenient to get around.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

The amenities were lacking with no coffee maker available and an uncomfortably hot hot tub by the pool. The overall facilities felt outdated.

William

United States of America, October 2024

5.0/10

I had quite a disappointing experience during my stay. The room was filthy with hair everywhere and cheap, stained towels. The TV had a poor picture, and one of the sheets had a blood stain. The only positives were the price and the location, but I would suggest looking elsewhere for a better stay.

Rooms

5.0

The room was dirty, with lots of hair in the shower and stained bedding.

Service

5.0

Service was lacking; the attendant seemed bothered and unhelpful.

Location

7.0

The hotel is well-located near the beach and the bay.

Dining

5.0

I didn't get to try the breakfast due to the limited space in the dining area.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were underwhelming, and there were missing items like an iron and board.

Joshua

United Kingdom, September 2024

6.2/10

I would suggest Windwater Hotel mainly for the back condos facing the marina. The backyard features a nice space to fish and grill, especially good for families. However, the rooms themselves were quite standard and lacked cleanliness, with some annoying issues like thin walls and terrible Wi-Fi. Overall, it has some nice benefits like the fishing spot, but there are definitely downsides that could impact comfort.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were standard and nothing to boast about. They could use a thorough cleaning and some updating.

Service

5.0

The service wasn’t great; they didn't provide extra pillows or linen when requested.

Location

8.0

The marina view from the back condos is lovely and perfect for those looking to enjoy outdoor activities.

Dining

Facilities

7.0